VolunteerMatch Disaster Alert Center

Hurricane Dorian is impacting millions of people in the southeastern United States and the Bahamas. As we watch this natural disaster unfold, the staff here at VolunteerMatch is doing our part to ensure that if you are in an affected community, you are prepared and safe. And if you are looking to help an affected community, you are properly trained or informed about the most effective ways to contribute. From all of us here at VolunteerMatch: please stay safe.

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Mission Statement

To support survivors in recovery from the trauma associated with sexual assault and abuse and educate the community to identify and prevent sexual violence.

Description

Sexual Trauma Services of the Midlands is a non-profit, United Way Member Agency. We serve as a clinical, educational and outreach center for sexual abuse and trauma issues through a team of committed professionals and volunteers dedicated to the health and healing of the total victim through prevention, treatment, and advocacy. Our goals include public education, awareness, risk reduction and treatment for survivors of sexual assault and abuse. Our services include the following:

-Accompany survivors of sexual assault during medical treatment and the reporting process

-24-Hour Crisis Hotline (771-7273)

-Free, confidential Legal and Personal Advocacy

-Free, confidential Crisis Counseling

-Free, confidential individual counseling for survivors of sexual assault or abuse, as well as their family and friends.

-Support Groups for survivors and family

-Prevention Education for youth in elementary through high school

-Community Education Presentations

-Professional Development Trainings for teachers, counselors, and other helping professionals